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Everything you need to know about E Minor

Understanding the circle of fifths and the chords in the key of E Minor can be daunting, but our online resource is here to help. We've got you covered with easy to follow explanations and charts to help you get up to speed.

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About E Minor

The key of E Minor is a popular key amongst composers due to its melancholic and dark sound. It is the relative minor to G Major and contains the notes E, F#, G, A, B, C, and D. Its natural minor scale is the same as the melodic minor scale, and it has a minor chord built on the tonic note as its tonal center. E Minor is often found in rock, blues, and classical music.

Songs in the key of E Minor

Come as You Are
Nirvana
On & On
Erykah Badu

Chords in the key of E Minor

Em, F#dim, G, Am, Bm, C, D

Sharps and flats

1 Sharp (F#)

E Minor relative major

G Major
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